Takachiho in Miyazaki Prefecture is known as a place where myths and legends thrive and is also known nationwide as a power spot. Standing in Takachiho full of nature, the “Shinsen” has a relaxing time that makes you forget about your daily life.
Each guest room has a different atmosphere, and you can enjoy different concepts such as a guest room with a cypress bath and a room where you can feel the forest. One of the most noteworthy is the “Kannonosho (crab kiln)”, which was built with a spiritual theme. A mystical space expands as you walk through a dedicated approach. The room with elaborate furnishings and interior creates a solemn atmosphere, and the 100 square meter wide private garden creates a luxurious extraordinary space. The open-air bath for the detached building with the refreshing scent of cypress is even more mysterious at night. As there is no large public bath, all rooms are equipped with a private bath. You can spend a relaxing time without worrying about anyone.
For dinner, you can enjoy Kyoto style Kaiseki cuisine while looking at the garden at the restaurant inside the building. They are particular about the choice of ingredients, taste, and color of the food, and they also pay attention to the timing of the meal which is “If it’s warm, you can make it while it’s hot.”. With the help of wine master Yoshiaki Kobayashi, they also have champagne and wine that goes well with Shinsen’s Japanese cuisine.
The entire building is covered with tatami, and you can feel the peace of Japan everywhere. In the yukata room, 40 yukata and obi are always available and dressing is free. Feel free to use it as a memory of your trip.
If you want to visit the area, you can feel the power of nature at the natural monument of Takachiho Gorge, which is about 10 minutes away by car from the inn. The splendid view that was created when the lava flow that erupted from the Aso volcanic activity cooled down suddenly is so powerful that it is overwhelming in front of your eyes. In the vicinity, there is the Ou hole called Nanatsukaike, the Manai Waterfall that was selected as one of the 100 waterfalls in Japan, and Yarihi Bridge. In Takachiho Gorge, you can get close to “Scenic Beauty Manai Waterfall” by rental boat and it is thrilling. There is also a nature trail, fishing pond, freshwater fish aquarium, etc. You can also experience flowing somen in summer. ”
